The Girls from Ames: A Story of Women and a Forty-Year Friendship
The Girls from Ames: A Story of Women and a Forty-Year Friendship
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009297
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Ames, Iowa • 1970s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Girls from Ames: A Story of Women and a Forty-Year Friendship by Jeffrey Zaslow explores the lives of eleven women who have maintained a friendship spanning four decades. The book delves into their personal stories, the challenges they faced, and the bonds they share, emphasizing the importance and impact of enduring friendships on their lives.
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Girls from Ames: A Story of Women and a Forty-Year Friendship by Jeffrey Zaslow is praised for its heartfelt portrayal of enduring female friendships and its ability to resonate with readers through relatable experiences. Some criticism points to its occasionally meandering narrative. Overall, the book offers an intimate exploration of the bonds that connect women across decades.
Who Should Read The Girls from Ames: A Story of Women and a Forty-Year Friendship?
Readers who enjoy The Girls from Ames likely appreciate heartfelt, real-life stories about enduring friendships. Fans of books like The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan or Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells will find similar themes of female camaraderie and personal growth.
12,765 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
297
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Ames, Iowa • 1970s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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